Free Norcold Hinge Reinforcement

[Route 66 Traveler]

On our last our trip the bottom hinge broke off on our Norcold refrigerator. When we got home I glued the broken hinge back together with JB Weld Plastic adhesive. I also bought the Norcold 634166 Door Hinge Kit to reinforce the hinge. My hinge is on the left side of the door while facing the fridge. The kit comes with both the right and left hinge pieces.

I will gladly send the right hinge kit to anyone needing one for their fridge that is hinged on the right side...handle on the left side. This kit will fit the N6 or N8 refrigerators. Just send me a PM with your mailing address and I will mail it to you, complete with the instructions.

This problem with Norcold has been ongoing for well over 10 years. You would think by now Norcold would incorporate the fix into all of their new units. Having your refrigerator door fall off while driving down the road is not conducive to quality engineering or consumer confidence.

[TCNashville]

I did this mod to my N8 about 5 years ago before it even thought of falling off. Sent my right hand hinge to another forum member as well. Can't believe Norcold hasn't rectified this problem as of yet. You'll get a taker and thanks for paying it forward.

[Atlee]

Where can I get the Norcold 634166 Door Hinge Kit? Unfortunately, I also have a left hand hinge, or I'd take you up on your offer.

Originally Posted by Route 66 Traveler

On our last our trip the bottom hinge broke off on our Norcold refrigerator. When we got home I glued the broken hinge back together with JB Weld Plastic adhesive. I also bought the Norcold 634166 Door Hinge Kit to reinforce the hinge. My hinge is on the left side of the door while facing the fridge. The kit comes with both the right and left hinge pieces.

I will gladly send the right hinge kit to anyone needing one for their fridge that is hinged on the right side...handle on the left side. This kit will fit the N6 or N8 refrigerators. Just send me a PM with your mailing address and I will mail it to you, complete with the instructions.

This problem with Norcold has been ongoing for well over 10 years. You would think by now Norcold would incorporate the fix into all of their new units. Having your refrigerator door fall off while driving down the road is not conducive to quality engineering or consumer confidence.

[norty1]

Originally Posted by TCNashville

I did this mod to my N8 about 5 years ago before it even thought of falling off. Sent my right hand hinge to another forum member as well. Can't believe Norcold hasn't rectified this problem as of yet. You'll get a taker and thanks for paying it forward.

I think that was me. Easy install and it will prevent future problems. Thanks!

[Route 66 Traveler]

Originally Posted by Atlee

Where can I get the Norcold 634166 Door Hinge Kit? Unfortunately, I also have a left hand hinge, or I'd take you up on your offer.

I bought mine at Amazon, got it in 3 days.


https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[Route 66 Traveler]

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[homer1959]

Originally Posted by Route 66 Traveler

On our last our trip the bottom hinge broke off on our Norcold refrigerator. When we got home I glued the broken hinge back together with JB Weld Plastic adhesive. I also bought the Norcold 634166 Door Hinge Kit to reinforce the hinge. My hinge is on the left side of the door while facing the fridge. The kit comes with both the right and left hinge pieces.

I will gladly send the right hinge kit to anyone needing one for their fridge that is hinged on the right side...handle on the left side. This kit will fit the N6 or N8 refrigerators. Just send me a PM with your mailing address and I will mail it to you, complete with the instructions.

This problem with Norcold has been ongoing for well over 10 years. You would think by now Norcold would incorporate the fix into all of their new units. Having your refrigerator door fall off while driving down the road is not conducive to quality engineering or consumer confidence.

What is the problem exactly ? My trailer is not at home so I cant look at the hinges. What I understand is that the original hinges are made of plastic and the retrofit kit made from steel ? Thanks

[33 RLDS]

I ended up using both of mine. The "extra" hinge fit on the upper pin. I figured that one can break as well ?

[Route 66 Traveler]

Originally Posted by homer1959

What is the problem exactly ? My trailer is not at home so I cant look at the hinges. What I understand is that the original hinges are made of plastic and the retrofit kit made from steel ? Thanks

The plastic hinge is part of the bottom plastic door frame and susceptible to damage from the weight of the door. If the door frame was made of metal there wouldn't be a problem. Once the hinge breaks there is nothing to hold the door onto the refrigerator. Norcold could easily fix this problem, but for some reason refuses to do so.

[homer1959]

Originally Posted by Route 66 Traveler

The plastic hinge is part of the bottom plastic door frame and susceptible to damage from the weight of the door. If the door frame was made of metal there wouldn't be a problem. Once the hinge breaks there is nothing to hold the door onto the refrigerator. Norcold could easily fix this problem, but for some reason refuses to do so.

OK great Ill take a look this afternoon thanks !!

[Route 66 Traveler]

Originally Posted by 33 RLDS

I ended up using both of mine. The "extra" hinge fit on the upper pin. I figured that one can break as well ?

Mine came with a right and left reinforcement pieces. Mine has the hinges on the left side so I can't use the other one.

[lindakeenan]

I used the repair kit and yesterday when my daughter opened the door it fell off onto her toe!! The problem is that the piece you get to fix the problem slips over a piece of plastic - so that can break too. There was not much weight on the door at all and we had just opened the camper for the season. Can't believe Norcold hasn't addressed this issue!! Maybe when someone actually breaks a bone from that heavy door falling on their foot and they sue, the company will fix this obvious weak spot!!

[Jopopsy]

The newer N8X fridges do not even offer the beefier support part. I know, I tried.

[BruinsFan]

The plastic hinge piece on the bottom trim of my door broke today. The door is staying closed but I’m worried about travelling home. Anyone have any suggestions on how to ensure the door stay closed while travelling?

[norty1]

I must have repaired mine before it broke. So long ago, I can't remember.

I would check out the cost of a new or different fridge option. If went out today, I would remove it and convert to a 100vac unit.

I would try to use to straps to secure that door. It would make a mess if it fell out while traveling. Even run a cargo strap around it somehow.

[Kim Gass]

Originally Posted by norty1

I must have repaired mine before it broke. So long ago, I can't remember.

I would check out the cost of a new or different fridge option. If went out today, I would remove it and convert to a 100vac unit.

I would try to use to straps to secure that door. It would make a mess if it fell out while traveling. Even run a cargo strap around it somehow.

lol been there done that. Part of the problem is there isnt anything substantial to tie to. We do strap even though the current hings is ok as we travel our 33 mile of logging roads with ruts and potholes. One end is hooked to the cabinet ant the other side to a wall Neither robust.

Repair kit unavailable on Amazon now.

[Route 66 Traveler]

There used to be a site called the Norcold Guy, but it's no longer working. I found another site called the RV Fridge Guys that have replacement parts for Norcold refrigerators.

When my bottom hinge broke about 5 years ago I glued the parts back together with JB Weld and added the hinge reinforcement kit from Amazon. 5 years later it's still working.

One thing I read about is do not carry heavy items in the door while traveling. That will put a strain on the plastic door hinge causing it to fail. Now we just use the door storage while parked.

https://rvfridgeguys.com/

https://www.amazon.com/Norcold-63416...a-515642656754

https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_fro...+Kit+&_sacat=0

https://getrvparts.com/norcold-63416...nforcment-kit/
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